Director of Strategic Partnerships, New Business

Join a pre-IPO startup with capital, traction and runway ($240M funded | 60X revenue growth in 5 years | $2T market size). Disrupt a massive market and take us to a $10B business in the next few years. Director of Strategic Partnerships, New Business , you’ll be a driving force behind the growth and success of our partner ecosystem. You’ll strategically manage and strengthen existing partnerships while identifying and securing high-value new collaborations that align with our long-term vision. By leveraging your deep understanding of market dynamics, you’ll propose innovative tools and product solutions that unlock scalable opportunities for both our business and our partners. This high-impact role involves collaborating closely with cross-functional teams—product, operations, data, and sales—to craft and execute partnership strategies that deliver lasting business outcomes. Reporting directly to the VP of Partnerships, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping the strategic direction of our partnership portfolio and accelerating growth across the organization. Jerry is building the first super app to help people optimize all aspects of owning a car – insurance, buy/sell, registration, loans, safety, repairs, parking, etc – a $2T market in the U.We started with insurance in 2019, and since then we’ve launched loan refinancing, driving insights, a repair marketplace, car diagnostics, and a GenAI-powered chatbot & voicebot. We have amassed over 5M customers, raised $240MM in funding, scaled our revenue 60X and our team to 225 across 6 countries. Be the go-to person for building and nurturing deep, trusted relationships with existing partners. Your ability to serve as the primary point of contact will ensure long-term success and collaboration. Take ownership of developing and executing structured business plans or quarterly OKRs that align with each partner's unique goals, maximizing the potential of strategic partnerships through a deep understanding of their business. Optimize Performance: Use your analytical skills to dive into data, uncover trends, and identify key opportunities for improving business KPIs. Lead the charge in creating new growth opportunities with both existing and potential partners. Your expertise in negotiating will be key in structuring mutually beneficial deals that drive expansion. Perform Analysis and regularly provide valuable insights and updates to both partners and internal teams, ensuring that everyone stays aligned, informed, and empowered to make the right decisions. 8+ years of experience in Business Development, Partnerships, or Management Consulting Proven track record of successfully managing complex projects from inception to completion, with meticulous attention to detail and a strong bias for action. A data-driven approach to decision-making, with the ability to analyze complex situations and make informed, actionable decisions. While we appreciate your interest and application, due to the volume of applications we receive, only applicants under consideration will be contacted. is only able to hire full-time salaried employees who currently reside in AZ, CA, CO, FL, GA, IL, MA, NC, NJ, NV, NY, OR, TN, TX, UT, VA, or Ontario, Canada, and full-time hourly employees who currently reside in AZ, FL, GA, NV, NY, NC, TN, TX, UT, or VA. Unfortunately, we cannot accept applications from candidates residing elsewhere at this time. We prohibit discrimination based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, reproductive health decisions or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other characteristics protected by applicable local, state or federal laws. ai is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities in our job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at In addition to base salary, the compensation may include opportunities for equity grants. We offer a comprehensive benefits package to regular employees, including health, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, paid parental leave, 401(K) plan with employer matching, and wellness benefits, among others. Equity opportunities may also be part of your total rewards package. Part-time, contract, or freelance roles may not be eligible for certain benefits. Jerry is building the first AI-powered advisor to manage all your physical assets. Your car, home, and motorcycle aren't just purchases, they're the physical embodiment of the life you've worked hard to build. Imagine having a trusted friend in your pocket who takes care of everything: they find you the right car or home at the right price, lock in the best insurance rate without you lifting a finger, remind you before that service appointment turns into an expensive repair, and help you sell at the best price when the time is right. We started with car insurance in 2019, became one of the top 3 brokers in the U.We've reached 5M+ customers, raised $240M+, and achieved profitability in 2024. We're now expanding into home, motorcycle, RV, and beyond. Our culture is the #1 reason people join Jerry and stay — we are a small and mighty team of competitive but kind people who think and act like owners, care deeply about the quality and impact of our work, and are relentless in our pursuit of learning and mastery over our craft. We are proud to consistently rank as one of Y Combinator's Top Companies, Forbes and Statista's Best Startup Employers, and to have received other accolades in fintech and insurtech innovation, workplace culture, and leadership. We support remote work for most roles, but if you prefer in-person or hybrid, we also have offices in Palo Alto, New York City, Chicago, and Toronto.